Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top headlines making waves across Nigeria, including President Tinubu’s call for debt relief for developing nations, fresh warnings from the APC to PDP over the Edo election results, and significant updates on security challenges, unemployment rates, and the fight for justice in MohBad’s case.
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1. President Tinubu seeks debt forgiveness and recovery of illicit funds for developing nations:
President Bola Tinubu has urged global lenders to forgive the debts of developing countries and emphasized the importance of returning proceeds of corruption and illicit financial flows. He described the repatriation of such funds as a core aspect of the UN Convention against Corruption.
2. APC warns PDP against contesting Edo governorship election results:
After the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) rejected the results of the Edo State governorship election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) cautioned the opposition party to reconsider its challenge, stating it would be a waste of time and resources.
3. NDLEA re-arrests drug kingpin Christian Ogbuji for cocaine smuggling:
Nigerian businessman Christian Ogbuji, described as a notorious drug trafficker, was re-arrested by NDLEA operatives for attempting to smuggle cocaine. This marks his second arrest after being caught in 2023 for ingesting 93 cocaine pellets.
4. Inadequate funding, manpower hinder Nigerian Army’s efforts, says COAS:
Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, highlighted the challenges the Nigerian Army faces, including poor funding, lack of manpower, and a weak industrial base. He also noted the public’s limited understanding of security issues.
5. Female soldier discharged from army after sexual harassment allegations:
The Nigerian Army has discharged Private Ruth Ogunleye, who accused a senior officer of sexual harassment. She was released on medical grounds following an investigation, entitling her to pension and lifetime benefits.
6. Minister challenges Zamfara governor to swear innocence in banditry accusations:
Defence Minister Bello Matawalle challenged Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal to swear by the Quran to prove his innocence regarding alleged links to banditry. This follows accusations made by the governor on national television.
7. Justice Binta Nyako withdraws from Nnamdi Kanu’s trial amid accusations:
Justice Binta Nyako has recused herself from the trial of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu after he accused her of non-compliance with a Supreme Court ruling. Kanu’s trial now awaits reassignment.
8. Court to rule on NDDC chairman’s alleged wrongful appointment by October 31:
The Federal High Court, Abuja, has set October 31 for a ruling on a suit challenging the appointment of NDDC Chairman Chiedu Ebie, who is accused of being wrongfully appointed to the board.
9. Nigeria’s unemployment rate rises as Central Bank increases interest rates:
The National Bureau of Statistics announced a rise in Nigeria’s unemployment rate to 5.3%, as the Central Bank of Nigeria also increased its Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 27.25%.
10. Nollywood actor Yomi Fabiyi leads protest for justice over MohBad’s death:
Nollywood star Yomi Fabiyi has called for a peaceful protest on September 30, 2024, to demand justice for the late singer MohBad. The protest is set to take place at the Lagos State House of Assembly.
